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Name	Shetland Sheepdog	Saluki	Akita
Origins	Scotland	Fertile Crescent	Japan
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	24	123	47
Reviews	6	1	9
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie	Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound	American Akita Japanese Akita Great Japanese Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Which is the smallest dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Saluki? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita weight comparison:	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	Male: 75-120 pounds (34-54 kg), Female: 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	20.5 pounds (9 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	Male: 97.5 pounds (44 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita height comparison:	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (37 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Akita is quite easy to get.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita intelligence:	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita trainability comparison.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Saluki dogs are easy to train. See more.	Akita dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Akita dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Akita dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle	Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved	Dignified Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Faithful Vigilant Willing
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Akita dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita?	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Akita dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita social needs comparison:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Akita dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Akita is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Akita dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita playfulness comparison:	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Akitas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita?	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Akita barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Akita breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Akita dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Saluki bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Akita bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita mouthiness comparison:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Saluki dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Akita dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita?	The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Akita is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Sebaceous Adenitis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Akita should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita lifespan comparison. How long do Shetland Sheepdog, Saluki and Akita breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Akita: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Akita can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita energy level comparison:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs.	Akita dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Saluki dogs have an average exercise need.	Akita dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Saluki dogs don't need too much sleep.	Akita dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Akita's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita coat comparison:	Dense	Smooth	Fluffy Dense Waterproof Straight
Colors What are the original Shetland Sheepdog, Saluki and Akita color?	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate	Black Red White Brown Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Akita doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or {name3 shedding:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Akita dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita?	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Akita has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Akita is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Saluki dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Akita dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Which dog is more friendly?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Akita dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Akita dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita?	Yes Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Saluki dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Akita dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Saluki is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Akita is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Salukis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Akitas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Shetland Sheepdog or Saluki or Akita? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita?	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Akita breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Shetland Sheepdog and Saluki and Akita have?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-12 puppies
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Saluki vs Akita Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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